NW MN HRA Staff

About The HRA

The HRA works to improve the lives of residents in northwest Minnesota through affordable housing and development programs that strengthen individuals and their communities.

Our service area includes the following counties in varied capacities: Hubbard, Kittson, Lake of the Woods, Marshall, Norman, Pennington, Polk, Red Lake, and Roseau.

Programs offered: The HRA also has been very active with pursuing and operating Minnesota Housing Finance Agency funds. The HRA uses MHFA funds to do numerous rental and homeowner grant programs. In addition, we have received funds for the Community Revitalization Fund program where private and public investors team with MHFA to assist with down payment to prospective homeowners.

The HRA continues to work with cities and counties to assist with their economic and community development needs.

Board of Commissioners

Mark Finstad, Chair, Polk County
Tammy Johnson, Vice Chair, Marshall County
Jack Swanson, Secretary, Roseau County
Kermit Genereux, Member, Pennington County
Marilyn Gustafson, Member, Kittson County
Ron Weiss, Member, Red Lake County

Executive Director

Charity Brault
218-309-0047

Our Mission

“To Improve the lives of residents in our service area through affordable housing and community development.”

Our Vision

“To be an innovative leader, creating affordable housing opportunities and strengthening Northwest Minnesota Communities.”